Ireland CV and resume guidance

I'm moving to Ireland from abroad. What should I change on my CV?

Convert it to Irish conventions and make your location and availability clear. Irish recruiters receive many international applications, and a CV that already looks local is easier to assess.

Changes to make:

  • Two A4 pages, Irish or British spelling.
  • Remove photo, date of birth, marital status and identity numbers.
  • Add a location line: "Relocating to Dublin in March 2026, available for video interviews."
  • Explain foreign qualifications and employers in plain terms.
  • Add any Irish or EU experience, contacts or studies.

If you need permission to work in Ireland, check the official Irish government guidance yourself and describe your status accurately; do not guess on your CV. A short, factual line is better than a vague one, and the details belong on the employer's form if they ask.

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Templates to try

Free to edit and preview. Single-column layouts are the safest choice for applicant tracking systems.

International CV

Two-column entries (more complex)

Use this template: International CV

ATS Classic

Single column

Use this template: ATS Classic

ATS Professional

Single column

Use this template: ATS Professional

General guidance for job seekers, not legal or immigration advice. Employers and applicant tracking systems differ, so always follow the instructions in the job advert. Spotted a mistake? Email support@jobb.ae.

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